Advance Nurse Practitioner - Oncology

OverviewJob Title: Advance Nurse Practitioner - OncologyDepartment: Oncology ServicesLocation: Cromwell Hospital, 164-178 Cromwell Road, Kensington SW5 0TUContract: PermanentSalary range: AttractiveHours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per weekDays: Monday to Friday (8am-4pm or 9am-5pm)

A superb time to join us at the Cromwell Hospital.

About The Cromwell HospitalThe Cromwell Hospital is a major international private hospital in West London serving UK and international patients. We are committed to providing high quality outpatient and inpatient care. The hospital has 180 beds and 4 suites, 6 theatres, medical and surgical wards, a cardiac centre, CDU, level 2 and 3 full intensive care facilities, paediatrics, diagnostic services, physiotherapy, and a dedicated day surgery unit.

Role and Responsibilities

The Advance Nurse Practitioner will be a competent key member of staff within the Oncology Service, working in acute settings as an autonomous healthcare professional, collaborating with the RMO’s, the Modern Matron, Nurse Specialists, and the wider MDT across the hospital.

Provide clinical expertise in advance assessments, diagnosing, treatment and evaluation of adult patients within the Oncology Ward and Chemotherapy Day Unit (CDU), ensuring high quality, safe and efficient care in line with best clinical practice and high standards of care.

Prescribe as a V300 independent prescriber and work as an autonomous practitioner with MSc in Advance Clinical Practice; substantial post-qualification Oncology Nursing experience; confident in clinical decision-making in a high-pressure environment.

Undertake comprehensive patient assessments including history-taking, physical examination, and diagnostic formulation.

Manage acutely unwell adult patients within scope of practice.

Initiate and interpret diagnostic investigations, including pathology and radiology scans in accordance with IR(ME)R regulations.

Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, aligned with evidence-based practice and protocols within scope of practice.

Formulate differential diagnoses, investigations and treatment plans, and initiate referrals or escalation as required.

Facilitate patient admissions, transfers, and safe, timely discharges.

Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions, adjusting care as needed.

Round with the nursing team and MDT, reporting concerns to the named consultant.

Work within competence and local guidelines to tailor care packages to patient needs.

Support clinical governance activities, including audits, incident reporting, and quality improvement initiatives.

Act as a clinical resource and mentor for junior staff, nurses, and trainee ACPs.

Contribute to development and implementation of clinical guidelines, pathways, and hospital protocols.

Promote a culture of excellence, safety, and continuous professional development.

Maintain excellent standards and ensure monitoring with appropriate corrective action in conjunction with the CQC.

Key Skills / Qualifications

V300 - Independent prescribing certificate (essential)

Adult Register NMC Pinned - with no restrictions to practice (essential)

Evidence of CPD (essential)

MSc Advance Clinical Practice (essential)

Experience working in acute oncology settings (essential)

ILS

Child and Adult Safeguarding certificate

BenefitsOur benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health – from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits.

Equivalent to 25 days holiday per year, increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sell

Enhanced pension and life insurance

Support with travel costs via a season ticket loan or cycle2work

Discounted access to online gym sessions

Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind

Option to join dental insurance scheme at a discounted rate

Access to our Digital GP platform on your mobile

Emotional wellbeing support

Access to family mental health line

Financial wellbeing channels

Support for carers

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